Comparison Cormoran Pro Carp XR 360-3.5 vs Mikado Golden Lion Ultra Feeder 300

- Spinning. Although in fact this type of rod is one of the most universal, its main purpose is still the spinning method of fishing: the bait is cast over a long distance and pulled out using a reel. At the same time, the movement of live prey is simulated, which allows you to catch various types of predatory fish. Spinning rods are relatively short in length - usually no more than 3 m - and are designed to have good resistance to jerking; at the same time, the elasticity of the rod can provide (with the correct selection of tackle weight) a casting range of up to 100 m. They usually have a plug-in design (see below).

- Carp. Rods specially designed for carp fishing. This fish is distinguished by significant strength even with a relatively small body weight, and the actual weight can reach a couple of tens of kilograms. Accordingly, carp fishing rods are characterized by increased strength and resistance to stress. Also, such models have a fairly clear standard of length - within 300 - 400 cm.

— Feeder / picker. Rods designed for catching fish that live on or near the bottom. When fishing in this way, a special feeder (feeder) with hooks is thrown into the water and lowered to the very bottom. There is no float; to signal a bite, a special thin and soft tip of the rod itself (the so-called quivertip) is used: it has a distinctive color and noticeably ben...ds when the fishing line twitches. Actually, the presence of a quivertip is one of the distinctive features of feeder rods. Such tops can be either permanent or replaceable; in the latter case, the process of selecting a quivertype for the expected size of prey is simplified. Feeders also have a large number of rings and a design that promotes casting accuracy (this is important when bottom fishing). Length - usually in the range of 200 - 400 cm.
A picker rod can be called a lightweight class of feeder rods. Pickers are also designed for bottom fishing, but they have a significantly shorter length and weight than classic feeders, and can also be used with lighter tackle. This provides a number of advantages: the short length ensures maneuverability in cramped conditions (for example, on overgrown banks, where a longer rod would cling to vegetation when swinging), and a lightweight feeder reduces the volume of the splash and scares the fish less than a conventional feeder, especially at shallow depths . Another advantage is high sensitivity (due to low weight). At the same time, pickers are designed mainly for catching small fish like roach; They are poorly suited for large prey, although such use, with a certain skill, is still not excluded.

- Bolognese. A variety of rods for float fishing, one of the most versatile - suitable for different distances and different types of reservoirs. At the same time, the “lap dogs” are structurally designed for long-distance casting and for ease of tackle control during currents. Therefore, the optimal option for their use is considered to be fishing on rivers with medium and weak currents when using the wiring technique - in other cases they do not have pronounced advantages over float models (see below). At the same time, the use of reels, provided for Bolognese models, by definition, makes it easier to catch large fish - the risk of breaking the line is reduced. Also, such rods are necessarily equipped with rings (see below). The length of the lap dogs is usually from 400 to 700 cm.

- Match. Rod for the so-called match fishing. This technique is also called “long casting,” which fully describes its features - the tackle needs to be cast far and accurately. This method is designed for large fish, which are usually found far from the shore. Accordingly, match rods are initially designed for long range and ease of swing, have a length of about 400 cm (plus or minus) and a plug-in design (see “Design”).

- Surf. Specialized fishing rods for sea fishing. When fishing this way, you have to deal with strong waves, headwinds and the need to throw the tackle quite far, and the prey can have very significant weight and strength. Surf fishing rods are created taking into account all these factors: they have high strength combined with flexibility, withstand loads of several tens of kilograms and allow you to work with heavy equipment, incl. throw with both hands; their rings (see below) are equipped with special rollers for thick, durable fishing line.

- Flywheel. One of the varieties of fishing rods designed for float fishing. Fly models have the simplest design: the fishing line is attached to the end of the rod, and the reel and rings are completely absent from the design. Due to this, fishing rods of this type are distinguished by good sensitivity, but their casting range is very short (it directly depends on the length of the rod). Fly models are designed mainly for amateur fishing in simple conditions; they are also considered a good option for beginners just learning the basics of fishing.

- Universal. Rods of universal design perform many of the assigned functions, regardless of the conditions, equipment and the chosen type of fishing. They cope well with various tasks, but their multifunctionality forces them to make compromises and such rods are still inferior to specialized models. However, they can be used for spinning fishing, trolling, as a side fishing rod, etc. The key advantage of universal options is that the fisherman does not need to carry fishing rods with different characteristics, but rather just take one multifunctional fishing tool. Universal fishing rods are often preferred by amateurs and weekend fishermen.

- Casting. Rods similar in design and purpose to spinning models (see on top), but differing in a number of features. So, they are designed for use not with inertia-free, but with the so-called. a multiplier reel, which is also installed not from below, but from on top the rod (as well as rings under the fishing line). The handle of casting rods has a special protrusion for the index finger, similar to the trigger of a pistol - in common parlance “trigger” or “trigger”. It provides a more comfortable grip, better movement and responsiveness of the rod, and reduces fatigue. The advantages of casting models are ergonomics, as well as high casting accuracy (in fact, such rods initially appeared for competitions in the accuracy of throwing bait).

- Fly fishing. Rods designed for fly fishing. In this kind of fishing, a bait is used that looks like an insect (“fly”), and the fisherman uses gear to imitate its characteristic movements. The key difference between fly fishing and most other fishing techniques is the casting principle: since the fly has negligible weight and is unable to provide sufficient inertia, a special heavy cord is used for casting, to the end of which the bait is attached. The operating principle of this system resembles the action of a whip - hence the name. All this determined the characteristics of fly fishing rods. They are characterized, in particular, by their fairly light weight, the presence of rings, and the location of the reel in the back of the rod, behind the handle, almost at the very end.

- Winter. A type of fishing rod designed for ice fishing in winter. They have the shortest length among all types - usually up to several tens of centimeters - because. When fishing in winter, the fisherman sits almost right on top the ice hole, and excessive length only complicates the matter. Due to their short length, winter fishing rods usually have only one ring for the fishing line - at the top; The coil can be either removable or built-in. Some models come with interchangeable whips of different lengths and stiffness, which allows you to choose the best option taking into account the fishing conditions and the gear used. Note that this variety can also be used in the warm season - for example, for fishing from a boat.

- Marker. Such rods are in many ways similar to the carp rods described on top and can also be used for carp fishing. However, their main purpose is reconnaissance of the bottom of a reservoir, in particular, measuring depths using special marker floats, as well as determining the features of the bottom surface using weights. The main differences between marker rods and classic carp rods are a softer blank (for ease of working with loads) and a low line test (see below), usually up to 2.5 - 3 pounds.

- Spode. Another type of rod used in carp fishing. However, spod models are used not during fishing itself (although this is technically possible), but when casting “missiles” - special gear for baiting prey. Such rods usually have quite high strength, and the line test is at least 4 - 5 pounds.

- Boat. As the name suggests, these rods are designed for fishing from a boat. However, this category does not include all models that can be used from a boat (in fact, such use is available for any type of fishing rod), but only specialized products for trolling fishing. This method is used for freshwater and marine predatory fish: when trolling, the bait is pulled along by a motorboat, cutter or other watercraft on which fishing rods are attached. The main features of rods for this kind of fishing are their short length (about 2 m) combined with high strength: the jerks of the prey can be quite strong, short rods can withstand them better, and a longer length is not required, because baits do not need to be cast far.

- Plug-in. Fishing rods of a special design, different from traditional options. Initially they appeared as equipment for sport fishing, from there they were “adopted” by amateur fishermen. Outwardly, they differ in their enormous length compared to other types: in the shortest models it is about 9 m, in the longest it can exceed 18 m. Note that the design (see below) of such rods can be either plug-in or and partially telescopic (part “telescope”, part plug); both options allow you to adjust the length of the rod by removing or adding intermediate sections. Such models are used for float fishing, in which the tackle is attached to the tip of the rod, and there are no rings for fishing line in the design. All these features provide a number of advantages. So, with the help of a plug fishing rod you can accurately determine the depth and features of the bottom, as well as reach places that are inaccessible with shorter fishing rods. Such a fishing rod does not need to be cast in a big way, which allows you to fish in confined spaces (for example, under low tree branches), as well as in bad weather. And the equipment is short, which contributes to accuracy and sensitivity. The main disadvantages of plug rods are their high cost, bulkiness and long preparation times for fishing.

The maximum weight of the entire rig (including bait, weights, hooks, etc.) that the rod can handle. This parameter is not recommended to be exceeded: the structure will be subjected to off-design loads and wear out a lot, to the point that the rod can simply break during a normal cast. In addition, the off-design weight of the casting significantly reduces the range and accuracy of the cast, which is critical, in particular, in spinning and match fishing (see "Rod type").

This parameter describes the compatibility of the rod with various fishing lines, but its role is not limited to this. Typically, the line test is specified as a range of values, such as 8 – 15 pounds (1 pound — 454 grams). The breaking load of the line used should be within the range specified for the rod. With a lower load, it is likely that the line will break during a sharp movement (for example, during hooking or even when casting), and with a higher load, the rod may break under a load that the line itself would withstand without problems.

Thus, the test on the line characterizes a kind of "power" of the rod, which includes two characteristics: elasticity (the force developed during jerking due to the flexibility of the structure) and the maximum weight load.

The number of sections provided in the design of the folding rod (see "Design"). Of two rods of the same length, a model with more sections will have a smaller length of each individual section and, accordingly, will be more compact and easier to transport. On the other hand, numerous sections adversely affects the overall strength of the structure. Therefore, when choosing, it is desirable to decide what is more important for you — ease of transportation or high strength.

The length of the rod in the unfolded (working) position. For different types of fishing, different lengths are considered optimal; see "Rod Type" for more on this. If the type of rod you need has numerous length variations, when choosing, you should take into account the conditions in which you have to fish. On the one hand, longer models usually have a greater casting distance (this is especially true for float fishing); on the other hand, for limited conditions (for example, with dense vegetation on the shore or when fishing from a boat), it may make sense to take a shorter rod.

The length of the rod when folded. This parameter primarily affects the convenience of transportation: the shorter the folded rod, the easier it is to carry / transport.